| Mr. Wizard | |
| Type: | Studio |
| Artist: | Vincent Herring |
| Cover: | Mr. Wizard (album).jpg |
| Released: | April 27, 2004 |
| Recorded: | December 10, 2003 |
| Studio: | Eastside Sound, New York, NY |
| Genre: | Jazz |
| Length: | 49:27 |
| Label: | HighNote HCD 7121 |
| Producer: | Vincent Herring |
| Chronology: | Vincent Herring |
| Prev Title: | All Too Real |
| Prev Year: | 2003 |
| Next Year: | 2005 |
Mr. Wizard is an album by saxophonist Vincent Herring which was recorded in 2003 and released on the HighNote label the following year.[1]
AllMusic reviewed the album stating "Hard bop fans will want to snap up this delightful CD without hesitation". JazzTimes observed "Vincent Herring’s third album for HighNote demonstrates once again the altoist/sopranoist’s prodigious skill as an improviser in the hard bop/modal tradition ... Herring possesses a virtuoso technique and an acute ear that allow him to execute long, melodically and rhythmically complex lines without missing a note or a beat. And his full, expressive tone permits him to render the slower tunes with grace and feeling".[2] All About Jazz noted "Vincent Herring has developed a foolproof prescription for making great records: employ compatible sidemen, choose appealing compositions and approach the music with zealous devotion. On Mr. Wizard the brilliant saxophonist follows this formula faultlessly and the result is another rewarding listening experience".[3]